Fran Adler, LMSW

Fran Adler is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) based in Michigan. She draws on 25 years of experience to help people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, stress, and life transitions. Fran aims to make the first steps into therapy feel approachable and plainspoken for people who are worried or unsure.

Fran earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor in 1998 and has practiced in both private and group settings since then. Her work has included supporting people across a wide age range and across many different life situations. She listens for what matters most to each person and helps them find useful next steps.

Fran uses straightforward, conversational methods. She often draws on client-centered ways of working that follow the person's goals, and she uses cognitive-behavioral ideas to help change habits and reactions that cause distress. Narrative and solution-focused approaches are also part of her toolbox when they fit the situation.

Fran helps people facing issues such as caregiving stress, chronic pain or illness, end-of-life concerns, blended family challenges, and the emotional effects of major life changes. She also supports people coping with substance concerns, trauma, intimacy struggles, sleep or eating problems, and career-related stress.

Her practice emphasizes clear communication and practical steps. People who choose to work with Fran can expect a calm, accepting presence and help turning concerns into manageable goals.

How Fran’s approaches work in online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what matters most to the person. It helps when someone needs acceptance and a place to sort through feelings in their own words. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going and offers practical steps to change them, which can help with anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating struggles. Narrative Therapy helps people reframe difficult experiences by examining the stories they tell about their life and shifting unhelpful themes.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Fran will collaborate with each person to choose which approaches fit their goals, needs, and preferences. She adjusts methods over time so sessions stay focused and useful rather than following a fixed formula.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Many people appreciate that remote sessions can fit more easily into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Online work can support steady progress through regular, scheduled conversations and practical exercises you can use between sessions.